Instructional Leadership

What can I do with a concentration in Instructional Leadership?

The M.Ed. in C&I with a concentration in instructional leadership is designed for professionals seeking expertise in effective, research-based instructional techniques that increase learner knowledge and performance. Instructional specialists, designers and trainers work in K-12 schools/districts, higher education and industry providing research-based effective instruction to maximize learning.

What are some interesting courses I’ll be taking while in the program?

Instructional Leadership – In this course, you’ll develop an understanding of the instructional leadership skills necessary to focus on the use of student’s performance outcomes and data driven decision making in the areas of curriculum, instruction, and assessment; supervision of campus personnel; professional development; communication and community partnerships; and organizational management.

Advanced Instructional Strategies – In this course, you’ll become an expert in the areas of planning, selecting, and organizing innovative teaching materials based on existing classroom environments.

Educational Media & Technology – In this course, you’ll examine and utilize Web 2.0 technologies for their appropriate applications for a variety of educational settings.

How much will it cost?

Students at Tarleton enjoy one of the lowest tuition and fee rates in the state of Texas. A 3-hour graduate course costs approximately $873*.

*Cost is subject to change, and varies by location and modality. For example, a 3-hour course in Fort Worth costs approximately $731. A 3-hour online course costs approximately $851.

How long will it take?

Students have the flexibility to finish the degree in as little as 18 months, or as long as six years.

What are the course formats?

In an effort to provide flexibility for our students, we have designed online, hybrid, and face-to-face course offerings for you to choose from while in the program.

Fully online courses do not have face-to-face meetings, and instead all course work is completed in the Blackboard learning management system.

Hybrid courses may have anywhere from four to eight face-to-face meetings, with online content provided in Blackboard in between. All face-to-face sessions are offered on nights and/or weekends for convenience.

Finally, traditional face-to-face courses meet every week, and may or may not have online components.

How will advising work while I’m in the program?

Once you’ve applied to graduate school and are admitted, your concentration advisor will mentor you through your course work, and answer questions you may have about course options, locations, and modalities (online, hybrid, or face-to-face), and assist you in developing a committee to guide you through your capstone project.

Why choose Tarleton?

Earning your graduate degree from Tarleton means you will have engaged with knowledgeable and respected faculty who present meaningful and relevant content, and formed long-lasting relationships with peers to broaden your skill-sets and expand opportunities in your career. Simply put, a degree from Tarleton is not just a piece of paper; it means you’ve expanded your horizons to become a leader in the field of Education.